Angela Carter: Biography, Facts and Career
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Angela Olive Pearce (formerly Carter, née Stalker; 7 May 1940 – 16 February 1992), who published under the name Angela Carter, was an English novelist, short story writer, poet, and journalist, known for her feminist, magical realist, and picaresque works. In 1984, her short story "The Company of Wolves" was adapted into a film of the same name. In 2008, The Times ranked Carter tenth in their list of "The 50 greatest British writers since 1945". In 2012, Nights at the Circus was selected as the best ever winner of the James Tait Black Memorial Prize.
Quick facts about Angela Carter
- Full name: Angela Carter
- Born: 1940-05-07
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q234519
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Who is Angela Carter?
Angela Olive Pearce (formerly Carter, née Stalker; 7 May 1940 – 16 February 1992), who published under the name Angela Carter, was an English novelist, short story writer, poet, and journalist, known for her feminist, magical realist, and picaresque works.
What nationality is Angela Carter?
Angela Carter is United Kingdom.
When was Angela Carter born?
Angela Carter was born on 1940-05-07.
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